PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
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Cleaning Exterior Surfaces and Patient Acquisition
Device
WARNING: Do not spray cleaner directly onto the exterior surface. Spray the cleaner onto a lint-
free cloth and then wipe the surface.
Cautions
Improper cleaning products and processes can damage the device, produce brittle lead wires and cables,
corrode the metal, and void the warranty.
For disinfecting the device, cables, and lead wires, wipe exterior with a soft, lint-free cloth using a solution
of Sodium Hypochlorite (10% household bleach and water solution) minimum 1:500 dilution (minimum
100 ppm free chlorine) and maximum 1:10 dilution as recommended by the APIC Guidelines for Selection
and Use of Disinfectants.
Use caution with excess liquid as contact with metal parts may cause corrosion.
Do not immerse cable ends or lead wires; immersion can cause metal corrosion.
Do not use excessive drying techniques such as forced heat.
WARNING: Prevent liquid from penetrating the device and do not attempt to clean/disinfect the
device or patient cables by submerging into a liquid, autoclaving, or steam cleaning. Never expose cables
to strong ultra-violet radiation. Do not sterilize the device or ECG lead wires with Ethylene Oxide (EtO)
gas.
Caution:
Disinfecting or cleaning agents that contain
Quaternary Ammonium
(including
ammonium chloride) have been identified as having negative effects if used to disinfect the product.
Use of such agents may result in discoloration, cracking, and deterioration of the external housing of
the device.
Device Cleaning / Consumables:
Clean lint free cloth
Mild detergent
Isopropyl Alcohol (80-99%)
Disinfectant - Clorox Healthcare® Bleach Germicidal Wipes (use according to instructions on
product label), or 10% Household bleach and water solution (Sodium Hypochlorite solution
consisting of a minimum 1:500 dilution and maximum of 1:10 dilution for disinfecting use only)
Cleaning the Device
Disconnect the power source.
Remove cables and lead wires from device before cleaning.
Clean the exterior surface of the device with a damp, soft, lint-free cloth using a solution of mild detergent
diluted in water.
After washing, thoroughly dry off the device with a clean, soft cloth or paper towel.
Cleaning the Patient Acquisition Device
